Category: Girl Talk

Whenever I am stuck in the grey about a major (or tiny) decision, I have one rule that I follow almost every single time. Feel the fear and do it anyway. Through trial and error, I’ve learned how important it is to listen to your body. Sometimes it’s your heart and you’ll know because it’s beating […]

The new cheques I ordered came in the mail today. I smiled when I opened the package because I knew it meant I could start writing more of them to my financial advisor so we can level up my savings account. I’m turning 30 in November, ain’t no times for games. I’m putting all efforts […]

Girl, you’ve got to chill. I can’t take any more complaining about your 9-5 job so I’m about to hand you a reality check and let you know why this season of your life has importance. The reason why you are not happy in your current situation is because you fail to find the beauty […]

Girlfriend. Always remember, how you let a man into your space will determine how he behaves once he gets there. Years ago when I worked as a stylist in the music and entertainment industry, I constantly stood at a crossroads between right and wrong. My moral compass was always being tested. Working in a male-dominated industry […]

I am a size 14. On a good day, a size 12. It took me at least a year to say that comfortably without feeling bad about it. When I hit double-digits a lot of negative experiences came alongside it. So much that it damaged my confidence and self-esteem… like the time a girlfriend asked […]

Most days are okay. I can cope with life’s rapid changes and rise to the occasional challenge. I have lived with depression and anxiety since I was a child and over a period of more than a decade, I have noticed a significant decrease in my panic attacks, mood swings and urges to harm myself. Girl, […]

Last week I went to an event held at MaRS which featured a discussion around this film. Most of the women in the room were female founders – really inspiring. But above all else, I participated roundtable discussions about entrepreneurship, gender equality, and the glass ceiling. This film is playing at select events around the country. If interested in hosting […]

Mentorship is the greatest contribution I can make with my life. My co-founder, Safia Bartholomew, and I have been operating New Girl on the Block, for over a year and it’s been one hell of a ride. Over 80 women in 5 countries have been positively impacted and the number is growing steadily. By this […]

The actual dollar amount is $41,559.00 – which is the gross income I earned in 2016 (this does not include my income from my corporate career – strictly my side hustles). If you don’t know what gross income means, it is the amount of salary or wages paid to the individual by an employer (my […]

I have been working in Corporate Canada for nearly a decade. Six of those years, I’ve also been a business owner and this has afforded me additional income. I feel very strongly about women putting themselves in positions to win. Learn how to make money outside of your 9-5 because although your job may determine your […]

Philadelphia, P.A – January 9th, 2016. Moguls in Media Celebrity Night Out is a must attend conference that brings together journalists, entrepreneurs, stylists, photographers, and radio personalities. The purpose is to support women who are on the rise within the media industry. The night included music by DJ Lady FX. The conference included an inspiring […]

Shock and Shame Culture with Context TV Toronto On – TV host Lorna Dueck opened up a conversation about society’s shock and shame culture on the heels of the recent announcement of the controversial site Ashley Madison being hacked. Throughout the episode ‘Context’, four guests detailed their various experiences of shame and gave advice on […]

Author, mentor and young entrepreneur, Pauleanna Reid, headlined the third night of International Women’s Week at Indigo bookstore (Bay and Bloor) in Toronto. She sat down to discuss with media maven, Janét Aizenstros, the truths behind her debut novel Everything I Couldn’t Tell My Mother. With candid revelations and inspiring anecdotes of her rise from […]

Pauleanna Reid in Essence Magazine Toronto, On-January 2015-Essence Magazine released their January issue and featured entrepreneur, author, mentor and motivational speaker Pauleanna Reid. Reid shared stories of her hurdles and hardships and how a vision board motivated her to create a successful career and brighter future. “Creating a mind map of my dreams enabled me […]

REAP Makes Home Ownership Possible Toronto, On-January 16th, 2015-Realtor Aaron Charles launched his company REAP, a real estate assistance company with an event held at the Paintbox Bistro. The Launching event was attended by family, friends, young entrepreneurs in addition to leaders within the insurance, construction and legal field. REAP’s board of directors were also […]